Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5.5, Lote 6-C, Cancun, QROO, 77500, Mexico
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Buffets, à la carte flavours, and cocktails by the Caribbean
Start the day with a complimentary buffet breakfast, then enjoy live cooking stations, Asian specialities at Shangri-la, Mexican dishes, creative à la carte dining, steakhouse favourites, poolside pizza, and snacks. With 6 restaurants and 9 bars, including Frida lobby bar, a sports lounge, poolside and swim-up bars, every meal and drink is part of the beachfront all-inclusive experience.
Asian À La Carte Restaurant
Shangri-la
A refined Asian restaurant at Hotel Riu Caribe offering typical Asian starters, main courses and desserts in an à la carte setting. Shangri-la is perfect for guests craving varied Asian flavours at dinner, with a polished feel for an easy evening meal.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Lobby Bar
Frida
A welcoming lobby bar at Hotel Riu Caribe offering favourite drinks on a terrace framed by soft colours, wood and vegetation. Frida is perfect for starting the evening before live music begins at night, with a popular, easygoing atmosphere.
- Serves: Favourite Cocktails & Drinks
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What restaurants can guests enjoy at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Hotel Riu Caribe offers a varied dining lineup with six on-site restaurants, including the main buffet restaurant Coral, the Asian à la carte Shangri-la, the Mexican-themed Margarita, the creative à la carte Kulinarium, the poolside steakhouse Gaviotas, and a casual pizzeria by the quiet pool. This mix makes Hotel Riu Caribe a top choice for all-inclusive dining in Cancun.
Does Hotel Riu Caribe offer à la carte dining options?
Yes, Hotel Riu Caribe features several à la carte restaurants beyond its main buffet, including the Asian-inspired Shangri-la, the Mexican restaurant Margarita, the elegant Kulinarium, and the meat-focused Gaviotas steakhouse, giving guests a variety of specialty dining experiences throughout their stay.
What bars and lounges are available at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Hotel Riu Caribe features eight bars and lounges, including the popular Frida lobby bar with its terrace and live music in the evenings, a 24-hour sports bar/lounge with TV and games, a poolside bar, and two swim-up bars, one of which is located in the adults-only pool area.
Is breakfast included at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Yes, Hotel Riu Caribe includes a free daily buffet breakfast as part of its all-inclusive plan, served from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the main restaurant, Coral, which also offers lunch and dinner with live cooking stations.
Are vegetarian and vegan dining options available at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Absolutely — Hotel Riu Caribe caters to a range of dietary preferences with vegetarian breakfast options as well as vegetarian and vegan menu items available across its dining venues, making it easy for every guest to find a satisfying meal.
Do guests need reservations for the à la carte restaurants at Hotel Riu Caribe?
No advance booking is required — Hotel Riu Caribe’s à la carte restaurants operate on a walk-in basis, so guests are free to enjoy specialty dining at Shangri-la, Margarita, Kulinarium, and Gaviotas whenever they like without pre-booking a table.
Is there a dress code for dinner at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Yes, Hotel Riu Caribe requests formal attire for dinner. In the main restaurant, gentlemen are asked not to wear sleeveless T-shirts, while the themed restaurants require long trousers and no sleeveless shirts for gentlemen, keeping the evening dining atmosphere polished.
What kind of cuisine does Shangri-la serve at Hotel Riu Caribe?
Shangri-la at Hotel Riu Caribe is the resort’s Asian à la carte restaurant, offering a wide range of starters, mains, and desserts such as sushi, sashimi, gyoza, chicken satay, shrimp tempura, fried rice, and yakisoba noodles for guests craving Asian flavors.
Is Hotel Riu Caribe suitable for families dining together?
Yes, Hotel Riu Caribe is a family-oriented, all-ages beachfront resort that welcomes both families and couples, and its dining venues — including the buffet restaurant Coral and themed à la carte options — are designed to accommodate guests of all ages, with vegetarian breakfast choices available for younger diners too.
Does Hotel Riu Caribe have a nightlife or entertainment venue for evening drinks?
Yes, after dinner guests can head to Pacha, the resort’s club and discotheque, to watch shows, listen to live music, and dance, or unwind with a cocktail at the Frida lobby bar, which becomes livelier with live music each evening at Hotel Riu Caribe.